Tutored Tastings of Gin 2025 - Ginposium 2025
David T Smith
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David leads his annual tasting of what’s new and looks at a retro revival in the world of gin. In another busy year with innovation and new products from around the work, there have been many new releases since last year’s Ginposium.
This session looks at some of the more interesting new or exclusive releases. With samples (make sure you order these when booking your ticket).
In a slightly different format for 2025 David will lead 2-3 more intimate groups during lunch through the eight gins selected as most noteworthy from around the world which will act as an additional informal icebreaker for attendees with the idea of encouraging greater interaction and feedback in a relaxed setting.
About David
Not requiring an introduction to many, David is a gin specialist and spirits writer who has spoken at conferences, judges’ spirits competitions and consulted on gin projects on both sides of the Atlantic. He is a regular contributor to Gin Magazine and to the Gin Guild Ginposium seminar programme.
He is the author of many books about gin, including: “Martini” with Keli Smith, and ‘The Craft of Gin’, ‘How to Make Gin’, ‘Forgotten Spirits and Long-lost Liqueurs’ and “Gin, The Dictionary’. He is a Rectifier in the Gin Guild.
David T Smith
Spirits Judge and Author
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david@summerfruitcup.com
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Four Corners American Gin
Gin-Note™ Flavour Guidance
Elegant and Creamy
Floral with citrus notes and a warm touch of vanilla, juniper does not dominate and stays in harmony with botanicals
Ideal mixer: Grapefruit soda
Recommended garnish: Grapefruit zest
Ideal serve: French 75
ABV: 41%
Spirit base: Grain
Four Pillars Lune Gin
Gin-Note™ Flavour Guidance
Smooth and Spice
Silky, buttery and caramel, with a hint of sweetness from vanilla beans with a lovely balance of spice and warmth.
Ideal mixer: Classic tonic
Recommended garnish: Slice of Orange
Ideal serve: Gin-spiked Almond Latte
ABV: 41.8%
Spirit base: Wheat
Hernö Gin x Björn Frantzén én Gin
Gin-Note™ Flavour Guidance
Elegant and Floral
Juniper-forward with herbal citrus and spice; passion fruit and floral notes on the palate; dry, salty, umami finish lingers.
Ideal mixer: Light tonic
Recommended garnish: None
Ideal serve: Neat or in a Dry Martini
ABV: 44%
Spirit base: Wheat
Roku Sakura Bloom Gin
Gin-Note™ Flavour Guidance
Floral and Refined
Elegant floral taste layered with hints of saltiness, underpinned by a complex blend of botanicals that enhances this Japanese gin.
Ideal mixer: Classic tonic
Recommended garnish: Cherry
Ideal serve: Hanami Fizz with sparkling lemonade, garnished with raspberries and fresh ginger
ABV: 43%
Spirit base: Grain
Four Seas by Salcombe Gin
Gin-Note™ Flavour Guidance
Smoky and Impressive
Zesty fresh lemon, smoky citrus marmalade, with classic juniper, smooth and rich with a hint of salinity on the finish
Ideal mixer: Indian tonic water
Recommended garnish: Lemon slice or lemon twist
Ideal serve: G&T with Indian Tonic water and Lemon garnish
ABV: 40%
Spirit base: Wheat
Hendrick’s Oasium Gin
Gin-Note™ Flavour Guidance
Herbal and Citrus
From Lesley Gracie’s Cabinet of Curiosities: a verdant, herbaceous Hendrick’s gin with bright citrus, cucumber, and classic juniper.
Ideal mixer: Classic tonic
Recommended garnish: Cucumber
Ideal serve: Hendrick's Oasium Fizz
ABV: 43.4%
Spirit base: Wheat
Julu Dry Gin
Gin-Note™ Flavour Guidance
Complex and Bold
Delicately spiced with complex aromas, bright citrus, juniper crispiness, and a zingy palate leading to a bold peppery finish.
Ideal mixer: Mediterranean Tonic
Recommended garnish: Grapefruit wedge
Ideal serve: Semi-dry Martini
ABV: 45%
Spirit base: Corn
Aureus Vita Gin
Gin-Note™ Flavour Guidance
Balanced and Nuanced
Earthy juniper, hazelnut, lemongrass, citrus, cassia and liquorice developing to peppercorns, berry fruit and blackcurrant leaf in a long finish
Ideal mixer: Light tonic
Recommended garnish: None
Ideal serve: Classic Martini
ABV: 61.8%
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